K-9 Fundraiser Information

Thank you for your support to Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit.

The K9 Program was started and largely remains funded by generous donations, grant monies and fundraising efforts. Funds are used to cover the acquisition of new K9s, purchasing necessary equipment, and training to maintain the effectiveness of the teams.

If you wish to donate, please click on the DONATE button. Thank You!

Officer Jason Koenig and Neko

Officer Nick Place and Major

How does the K9 program benefit the community? Like most areas around the country, Manitowoc has experienced an increase in drug use and other crimes associated with an increase in drug dependent individuals seeking to support their habit. To help combat this epidemic, the most common deployment for our K9 Unit is narcotics sniffs. Our K9 teams routinely conduct vehicle sniffs during traffic stops, and also assist local schools and businesses with narcotics sniffs upon request to assist those organizations to keep a drug free environment.

Our police working dogs are considered “dual purpose”, and can be used to locate people and evidence in addition to narcotics. Our K9 teams frequently track suspects, conduct building searches, search for evidence at crime scenes, and perform area searches for suspects and lost people. By using the dog’s keen sense of smell, our K9 teams are able to locate people and items much faster than a human.

A benefit of having dual purpose police working dogs is they can be used to apprehend suspects without the use of deadly force. During January, 2016, Manitowoc Police responded to a report of a pizza delivery man who was robbed at gunpoint by two suspects, who then fled on foot near S 19th St. and Franklin St. With the help of a witness, police were able to locate the subjects hiding in a garage of a south side home. The subjects fled on foot again from the garage, one of whom was located hiding underneath a set of bushes. After multiple commands to show his hands and surrender, the suspect refused to comply with orders, and K9 Major was sent to bite and apprehend the suspect. K9 Major fearlessly did his job and the suspect was apprehended without the loss of life. The suspect and his accomplice were taken into custody, the gun was located by officers, and both suspects were convicted of armed robbery.

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 program currently has two police working dogs – a four year old Belgian Malinois named “Major”, and a two year old German Shepard named “Neko”. The average working life of a police working dog is approximately five to seven years. Our program has two retired police working dogs, “Aik” and “Ully”. The Manitowoc Police Department offers the K9 handler to buy the dog for $1 upon the dog’s retirement.

The K9 program was started in 2010 and remains largely funded by generous donations and grant monies. Our goal is to continue raising money in order to maintain a multi-unit K9 team and to cover daily/operating costs of the program. The funds will be used to cover police vehicles, necessary equipment for the K9 units, training and certifications that are necessary to maintain the effectiveness of the teams, and miscellaneous expenses to support the program (food, medical/veterinary expenses, etc). Our goal is to maximize the benefit of this amazing program in our community for years to come.

With some of our fundraising monies we were able to start a partnership with Lakeshore Community Foundation by creating a preservation fund for further K9 program costs. If you would like to learn more about this preservation fund, please visit us at lakeshorecommunityfoundation.org/k9.html.

If you would like to help support our program and make a monetary tax deductible donation, please complete the sponsorship form, and return it along with your check payable to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit Fundraiser. For more information about the K9 Unit, please see the included brochure. If you have further questions, comments or wish to have a K9 demonstration, please do not hesitate to contact Assistant Chief Rob Barbier at (920) 686-6572 during normal business hours 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Upcoming Fundraising Events

Dine 4 The K9 - Port Sandy Bay September 12th, 2019

Port Sandy Bay introduced the first slice of pizza to people of Two Rivers in the 1950's. The rustic shipwreck decor and sled-pan "SNO-COASTER" pizzas remain an irresistible novelty item. Stop in today for your standard pizza choice or a top-selling new specialty pizza. Also, did you know that you could have their pizza anytime as they crank out 1,500 pizzas every other week in their frozen line and serve three counties. So grab the kiddos as they will love the game room in order to keep families happy.as they wait to experience the legendary signature thin crust, homemade sauce and abundance of toppings of your choice!! Port Sandy Bay is graciously giving 10% back of the daily receipts to the MTPD K9 Unit on Thursday, September 12th, 2019. Hope to see you there!!

Port Sandy Bay is participating in MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - Courthouse Pub September 13th, 2019

Your court case is set for Friday, September 13th to give arguments of "The Evidence All-Day Menu" where you will be able to pick their top of the line all day specials. Don't forget to have your closing arguments ready to dish up one of their luscious desserts. The jury agrees that it would almost be criminal not to indulge yourself at the Courthouse Pub on the 13th as they are giving 10% of the daily receipts back to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit. How can giving into temptation be a crime when you're doing it for such a good cause? Case closed!

The Courthouse Pub is participating in MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department k9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - Ring of Fire Bar & Grill September 14th, 2019

Have you tried us yet? Then don't wait any longer to "Walk the Line" with our friends. "Ride This Train" on Saturday, September 14th, where primal rock'n roll sounds will be heard in the background, as you indulge yourself on one of their themed Specialty Burgers or have "One Piece At A Time" Boneless Wings. Do you want fries with your burger...no worries Chad has 12 different flavors for you--- WOW! What will you have-- regular, seasoned, sour cream & onion, ranch, buffalo, garlic, nacho, cheesy carmel corn, desert heat, bacon cheddar, white cheddar, greek or dill pickel!! Yum...You will not be disappointed in this hidden gem along the Shoto Shores!! "Ring of Fire" will be giving back 20% of the days daily receipts back to the K9 Unit.

Ring of Fire is participating in the MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - The Smiling Moose Saloon & Grill September 15th, 2019

Looking for a place to watch the Green Bay Packers play their rival the Minnesota Vikings? The Smiling Moose is the perfect place for you to hang out with friends while cheering on the Pack! The Smiling Moose is known for their excellent food and priding themselves in the "everybody's welcome" atmosphere. The Smiling Moose will not disappoint you from sun up to sun down as you can enjoy a hearty breakfast or a wide variety of sandwiches, burgers and homemade soups throughout the day. Wait, there's more--they have Live Bands every Sunday night from 4-8 p.m. Stop on out on Sunday, September 15th as The Smiling Moose will be donating 15% back of their daily receipts to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit! What more could you ask for---good food, Packer game, Live music and a good cause all packed into one place!

The Smiling Moose is participating in the MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - The Galley Restaurant September 16th, 2019

he Galley Restaurant is a family restaurant that features good home cooking with daily specials. Also don't forget to save room for those homemade desserts. You will surely find something to satisfy your appetite! The Galley Restaurant will be donating 10% of their daily receipts back to the MTPD K9 Unit on Monday, September 16, 2019. You don't want to miss out on the action as the K9 will be having a Meet & Greet Session from 11 a.m. to Noon at the Galley Restaurant. Come and visit him as he would like to see you! Mark your calendar to stop in and help a great cause!

The Galley Restaurant is participating in MTPD 's month long restaurant fundraiser as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - The Fat Seagull September 17th, 2019

The Fat Seagull is your classic small town bar and grill. Where they take it nice and easy. This is somewhere the whole family can eat. Set aside some time on Tuesday, September 17th to chow down on superior bar food or veer off the beaten culinary path to temp your wild side. Either way they have you covered. Fat Seagull will be donating 10% of their daily receipts back to the MTPD K9 Unit!

The Fat Seagull is participating in MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - Wrap It Up September 18th, 2019

Wrap It Up serves delicious, healthy and innovated foods that will surely satisfy your taste buds. Their menu always consists of the highest quality ingredients and made with TLC. In other words, a bite to eat that's a bit off the beaten path that's locally sourced is your ticket for the day! Hey, they even serve breakfast burritos, which are served all day if early dining isn't your thing. Mark your calendars as Wrap It Up is graciously donating 10% of their daily receipts to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit on Wednesday, September 18th, 2019. Stop on down and put a bow on a hungry situation!

Wrap It Up is participating in MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - Four Seasons Family Restaurant September 19th, 2019

Four Seasons takes pride in serving their family's special recipes with other families every day. The vast array of menu items never ceases to impress us! They say they have something for everyone and boy do they ever as they can satisfy any craving! So come hungry and leave satisfied, Mark your calendar and plan for your favorite meal at Four Seasons on Thursday, September 19th as they will be giving 20% of their daily receipts back to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit!

Four Seasons is participating in MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - Fork and Knife Restaurant September 20th, 2019

Pack the fam to one of Manitowoc's favorite family style restaurants as Fork and Knife will not let you go home hungry or disappointed. Whatever you're in the mood for there's a good chance you are going to be able to find it at Fork and Knife. From their amazing breakfast entrees to their fair share of salads, wraps, appetizers or their very own homemade hand-tossed pizza. They also have a wide variety of daily specials that are in the mix as well. So make plans for the whole family to eat at Fork and Knife on Friday, September 20th as they are forking over 15% of the daily receipts to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit.

Fork and Knife is participating in MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - Ryan's on York September 21st, 2019

Ryan's on York is your hottest gastro pub. They serve up tremendous food that fuses Asian and American elements, all with having an array of beverages. While their food ranges from Korean tacos, gyros or their gourmet burgers, but let's not forget about their french fries! If you don't know this, it is about time to check it out. They don't just have fries --- they have a whole french fry menu for you! For real....no kidding! The menu lists seven different tasty ways to eat America's favorite side dish. You will be in french fry heaven and won't be able to stop with just one flavor choice -- chose from York Classic, Garlic Parmesan, Cajun, House Greek, Smokey or Bangkok! The date has been set aside for you to plan an awesome meal at Ryan's on York on Saturday, September 21st as they have agreed to donate 15% of their daily receipts to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit!

Ryan's on York is participating in the MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - Knox's Silver Valley September 22nd, 2019

Knox's Silver Valley Banquet Hall tells you right up front what their establishment is all about. It's the kind of place "Where old and new friends meet." With a longstanding tradition of good food and friendly service, Knox's Silver Valley has become one of Manitowoc's favorite reception and banquet destinations. Manitowoc County has voted Silver Valley #1 Reception/Banquet Hall! and #1 Sunday Brunch Buffet! 10 Years Running!!!!!!!! Once you've had your fill of Silver Valley's brunch delicacies--chef carved ham, broasted chicken, made-to-order omelets and so much more ---- stick around and watch the Packers take on the Denver Broncos. Make a day of it as you can't pass up the homemade kneecaps and Packer domination! Knox's Silver Valley Bar & Banquet Hall has agreed to donate 10% of their daily receipts back to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit on Sunday, September 22nd.

Knox's Silver Valley Banquet Hall is participating in MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - A&W Restaurant September 23rd, 2019

Looking for some hometown goodness. For over 100 years the best All American food and homemade root beer has kept A&W customers coming back for more. So why don't you come grab a frosty mug and a burger on Monday, September 23rd as A&W has agreed to donate 15% of their daily receipts back to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit! It would be great to see you!

A&W Restaurant is participating in MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity

DINE 4 The K9 - Nicky's Good Eats & Treats September 24th, 2019

Looking for a burger joint that goes beyond the usual hamburger and fries? You might want to try out Nicky’s Good Eats and Treats, which is tucked within Patsy’s Mobil Mart in Two Rivers and not too far from Lake Michigan. The tiny restaurant, is a no frills establishment, that offers many hand patted specialty burgers, hand cut fries, wraps, salads, soups, fish and of course homemade desserts, such as Rice Krispies bars, cookies, and knee caps, which is so worth the find. You won't regret the casual dining and homemade entrees!! So stop out on Tuesday, September 24th , where they will be giving back 10% of the days daily receipts back to the K9 Unit

Nicky's Good Eats & Treats is participating in the MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - Machut's Supper Club September 25th, 2019

The supper club is a proud Wisconsin tradition and we are lucky to have one in our backyard! Machut's is famous for their hand-crafted Old Fashions, soup and salad bar, steaks or broasted chicken. No matter what you fancy you won't be leaving hungry. We want you to stop on out on Wednesday, September 25th to pamper yourself. Machut's Supper Club has agreed to donate 10% of the daily receipts back to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit.

Machut's Supper Club is participating in the MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - Legend Larry's September 26th, 2019

It's wing time! Don't think we forgot about the best wing place in town Legend Larry's is known for their national award winning wings and the saying goes "There ain't no thang like a chicken wing." Legend Larry's receives two thumbs up for this Thursday combo of serving amazing food and agreeing to donate 10% of their daily receipts, along with matching the first $250 back to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit on Thursday, September 26th. You don't want to miss out on the action as the K9 will be having a Meet & Greet Session from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.at Legend Larry's. Come and visit him as he would like to see you! Mark your calendar to stop in and help a great cause!

Legend Larry's is participating in the MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - H&C's Elbow Room September 27th, 2019

H&C's Elbow Room, a Lakeshore staple, is your next stop on the DINE 4 The K9 map of participating restaurants. Let H&C's Elbow Room serve you up any of their supper club fancy such as steak, chops, seafood, chicken or pasta dishes. On Friday, September 27th H&C's Elbow Room will be giving 10% of their daily receipts back to the MTPD K9 Unit, while they serve up their Friday Fish Specials, such as Mock Lobster, Cajun Haddock, Seafood Platter or Grilled Sockeye Salmon.

H&C's Elbow Room is participating in the MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - Waverly Inn Pub & Pizzeria September 28th, 2019

It's probably time to head to the Waverly Inn Pub & Pizzeria, Two Rivers premiere pizza destination. They have a wide variety of different pizzas--such as BLT, Taco, BBQ, Philly Cheese Steak and many more! If you dare, try their Waverly sauce on your pizza for an extra added spice. If pizza isn't your thing, the Waverly has a full array of appetizers, sandwiches, baskets and salads. Stop on down on Saturday, September 28th as the Waverly Inn has agreed to donate 50% of the day's receipts to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit. You could catch the Wisconsin Badger game against Northwestern on one of their screens. So let the pizza madness run wild in the Waverly casual, family friendly and welcoming atmosphere!

Waverly Inn Pub & Pizzeria is participating in MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - Shooter Malone's September 29th, 2019

Shooter Malone's is your destination this Sunday for an awesome breakfast menu that is served from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. They can cook up some amazing burgers, steak, chicken or fish of all types. Shooter Malone's is your place to visit for some tasty Wisconsin staples in bar food and drinks. So visit this true gem on Sunday, September 29th as they will be donating 50% of the daily receipts back to the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit.

Shooter Malone's is participating in the MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 Unit is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

Dine 4 The K9 - Pizza Garden September 30, 2019

This is a must! Manitowoc's "First and Finest Pizza" has been serving up tasty pizzas since 1957. Try one of their endless pizza choices such as: Buffalo Chicken, BLT, Taco, Mac N' Cheese, Spaghetti, Chicken Italiano, BBQ Chicken, Hawaiian, Butcher Shop or one of their traditional style pizzas. Pizza Garden will be donating 10% of the daily receipts to the K9 Unit on Monday, September 30th.You don't want to miss out on the action as the K9 will be having a Meet & Greet Session from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.at Pizza Garden. Come and visit him as he would like to see you! Mark your calendar to stop in and help a great cause!

Pizza Garden is participating in the MTPD's month long restaurant fundraiser, as September is National Service Dog Month where it is time to pay them back for their service to our communities!

The Manitowoc Police Department's K9 is supported by donations and grants. These donations and grants support daily expenses of the program, along with training for the K9 handlers, training equipment and even replacement of a K9. The Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit is fortunate to have two K9's, Major and Neko, who have been wonderful additions to our police force. Police canines perform a variety of different tasks within the law enforcement department like catching criminals, sniffing out drugs and rescuing the lost. We truly appreciate your continued support and generosity!

4th Annual Holiday Wreath Sale

The K9 Unit has teamed up with Honeymoon Acres - New Holstein, known for handcrafting some of the finest fresh evergreen products in the area, to hopefully start a new holiday tradition. Holiday wreaths of various sizes, swags (large or mini), cross or candy canes will be available. All the proceeds from this sale benefit the Manitowoc Police Department K9 Unit. So let’s help you enjoy the beauty and fragrance of evergreens throughout the holiday season and in turn help a worthy cause.

"In Kind" Donations received from:

The Manitowoc Police Department and the K9 Unit(s)/Handler(s) wish to THANK the following businesses for their on going care and services provided to our canines. Generous services provided from donors like each of you provide the financial and moral support needed to continue our mission. You have demonstrated a deep commitment to our program and your continued support plays a key role in our success. There is no way to fully express our gratitude for your loyalty and we are continually inspired by the dedication and generosity of donors like yourself who answer the call to give again and again. THANK YOU!!!

The Manitowoc Police Department would like to thank Wisconsin Vest A Dog for donating a Kevlar vest for K9 Major. The vest is a both bullet and stab resistant (it can stop most handgun rounds and edged weapons) and costs approximately $1,000. This vest is a new model from the company, Elite K9, and it is designed for increased mobility with some extra accessories so it can be worn all the time. Wisconsin Vest A Dog graciously donates Kevlar vests to law enforcement agencies throughout Wisconsin thanks to many generous donors. If you would like to donate to Wisconsin Vest A Dog, please contact them at their website: "Wisconsin Vest A Dog - Protecting the dogs that protect us!".

Also a very special THANK YOU to Fricke Printing Services for providing various printing services throughout our K9 Fundraiser. The dedication and attention to detail received from Fricke Printing goes unnoticed and we appreciate the services they provided.

And finally another very special THANK YOU to Manitowoc Trophy for providing services for our atrium lobby display K9 plaque. Their attention to detail is greatly appreciated and important to our fundraising success. Their generous donation will help to further the important work of the K9 Unit.